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Nepal PM Deuba stresses on maintaining harmonious relations with India

Kathmandu (Nepal), Aug 28 (ANI): Nepal Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba emphasised on maintaining harmonious relations with its southern neighbour, India, for the betterment of the nation. Prime Minister Deuba also discussed the engagements and agreements sealed during his visit to New Delhi. The two neighbours who share an open border and commonality are different with the Northern neighbor who in recent days is in an attempt to increase its clout over Nepal. Foreign Minister Krishna Bahadur Mahara, in a press briefing, asserted that that Nepal stands in between two countries over border dispute which was claimed to be a setback for New Delhi. Apart from this, the Nepali Congress President as well as Deuba raised the issue of the Terai inundation caused by the dams constructed over by India as well as other issues of national interest during his brief meeting with Indian counterpart Narendra Modi.

Days after deadly Hato, storm Pakhar hits southern China

Hong Kong / Macau (China), Aug 27 (ANI): A second tropical storm in days has swept into southern China, bringing heavy rain and strong wind in Hong Kong and Macau in China. Both the regions reel from the strongest typhoon in decades that led scores of people dead. As Macau still grapples with the aftermath of deadly Typhoon Hato, Pakhar brought more punishing winds and heavy rain. Hong Kong's weather observatory says winds reached hurricane force just west of the city near the airport. At least 300 flights has been cancelled or delayed, which is expected to affect travelers on Monday.

Woman killed as most powerful storm hits Texas

Texas, Aug 27 (ANI): A woman was killed on Saturday after she came into the area of Harvey, the most powerful storm to hit Texas in more than 50 years. The storm roared inland, knocked out power to affect more than 230,000 people. Reportedly, the woman was driving through flooded streets on Houston's west side. In the captured video, Harvey's wrath can be seen as it ripped off roofs, snapped trees, and triggered tornadoes.

Baloch activists protest in Berlin to highlight Pakistan's war crimes against Baloch people

Berlin (Germany), Aug 27 (ANI): The Baloch Republican Students Organisation (BRSO) and the Baloch Republican Party (BRP) held a protest in Germany's Berlin in a bid to highlight the war crime perpetrated by Pakistan in Balochistan. The protest demonstration was more of an awareness campaign, also held in the capital city of Brandenburg. Apart from highlighting the war crimes committed by the Pakistani, the campaign was also aimed at paying tribute to father of nation Shaheed Nawab Akbar Khan Bugti on his 11th Martyrdom Anniversary. On the occasion, several events were held in Balochistan and across the world.

'Boxing beast' Mayweather marks 50-0 with 10th round win over McGregor

Las Vegas (United States), Aug 27 (ANI): The 'boxing beast' Floyd Mayweather kissed the glory once again after defeating Conor McGregor with mouthwatering 10th round TKO making a record of 50-0. Floyd Mayweather scored a 10th round technical knockout over Conor McGregor on Saturday. By this triumph, the ruthless champ marked his legacy as one of boxing's all-time greats. Opponent McGregor, who made his professional boxing debut, had lauded that he would knock out the 40-year-old American beast early but his lack of ring savvy betrayed him as Mayweather improved to 50-0 to surpass heavyweight great Rocky Marciano's 49-0 record for most wins without a loss or draw.

Violence erupts in Myanmar, Rohingya Muslims flee to Bangladesh amid gunfire

Bangladesh, Aug 27 (ANI): Myanmar's northwestern Rakhine state is enraged by the noise of gunfire from neighbouring Bangladesh as fresh fight erupts in the area. Thousands of Rohingya Muslims flee across the border near Cox's Bazar after the shots rang out on Saturday. Many also tried to hide in bushes as panic was created. As many as 100 persons have been killed in the widespread attacks by Rohingya insurgents following which Myanmar's government evacuated hundreds of villagers. Several women and children had to spend the night in a marshy area as they waited to cross over. Aid workers believe more aggressive army response might be triggered by the latest attack.

JKNAP, NSF protest against Pakistan for violating human rights

Rawalkot, Aug 27 (ANI): The Jammu and Kashmir National Awami Party (JKNAP) and NSF held massive protests against Pakistan in Gilgit, Baltistan and Rawalkot. The protestors were chanting slogans and held banners while protesting against Pakistan and human rights violations.

Nepal Janadhikari Forum protest, threaten to boycott upcoming elections

Birgunj (Nepal), Aug 26 (ANI): The Madheshi Jan Adhikari Forum held series of protests in Birgunj district of Nepal and threatened to boycott the final phase of the local polls which are scheduled for next month. The party held a series of protests in many parts using black flags. The agitating Madhesi community has been demanding an amendment to the Constitution of Nepal for Madheshi recognition.

US Treasury Secretary predicts lawmakers 'will raise debt ceiling'

Washington, D.C. (U.S.A), Aug 26 (ANI): Treasury Secretary of United States of America, Steven Mnuchin said that US Congress will raise the government's debt ceiling in September, ahead of talks with congressional leaders. Mnuchin said that his strong preference is that they have a clean debt ceiling but the most important issue is the debt ceiling that will be raised in September. He said that he had discussions with the leaders in both parties in the House and Senate and all of them are on the same page.

Watch: Weigh in of Floyd Mayweather, Conor McGregor ahead of big clash

Las Vegas, Aug 26 (ANI): After months of hype Floyd Mayweather and Conor McGregor take their war of words into the ring on Saturday for a boxing mismatch that is poised to become the richest fight in history. The two took to the stage at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, to weigh in, with McGregor tipping the scales at 69.3 kilograms and Mayweather nearly at 67.8 kilograms. Boxing purists have dismissed the bout as nothing more than a cash grab with McGregor in line for a $100 million pay day and Mayweather adding upwards of $200 million to push his career earnings towards the $1 billion mark. There is a global fascination in the fight that could prove to be the richest in boxing history.

American holds onto Air Guitar World Championship title

Finland, Aug 26 (ANI): American Matt "The Airistotle" Burns on Friday defended his title at the 22nd Air Guitar World Championships in northern Finland. Fifteen air guitarists from around the world - including USA, Germany, Australia, Japan, Canada, South Korea, the United Kingdom, Taiwan and Sweden - competed in the final in freezing cold weather. In the end Burns won, with Patrick "Ehrwolf" Culek from Germany and Australia's Alexander "The Ninja Assassin" Roberts, tied in second place, followed by Japan's 15-year-old Show-Show in third place. The aim of the Air Guitar World Championships is to promote world peace, and the official website of the championships states that "wars would end, climate change stop and all bad things disappear if all the people in the world played Air Guitar."

India vs Sri Lanka: 'Men in Blue' sweat out in practice session

Kandy (Sri Lanka), Aug 26 (ANI): Ahead of the third one-day match, 'Men in Blue' on Saturday could be seen sweating out and polishing their skills, a day before locking horns with the Sri Lankan team in Pallekele on Sunday. Team India is leading the five-match series with 2-0. After a resounding clean sweep against Sri Lanka in the recently concluded 3-Test series, Indian players are aiming to carry the winning momentum into the next match also. M.S. Dhoni and Bhuvneshwar Kumar stitched a crucial 100-run partnership to help India edge past Sri Lanka by three wickets in the rain-affected second ODI at Pallekele.

Demand to release missing Sindhi activist Punhal Sario intensifies

Hyderabad (Pakistan), Aug 25 (ANI): Punhal Sario, a 58-year-old human rights activist from Sindh, is feared missing. The head of the Voice for Missing Persons of Sindh, recently marched from the Pakistani cities of Hyderabad to Karachi to demand the return of fellow activists who had gone "missing". The activist was allegedly abducted from Hyderabad by security forces on August 3. The police is denying to register a missing complaint, but Punhal's daughter and other human rights activists are running a campaign for his safe return. These recent alleged rights violations come just weeks after a review of Pakistan by the United Nations Human Rights Committee, which recommended that Pakistan end the practice of enforced disappearances and secret detentions.People who are disappeared are held without legal protection, making them much more vulnerable to torture and other abuses.The nongovernmental Human Rights Commission of Pakistan reported that 728 people forcibly disappeared in Pakistan

Samsung heir sentenced to 5-year prison for corruption

Seoul (South Korea), Aug 25 (ANI): A South Korean court has found Lee Jae-yong, the de facto chief of the sprawling Samsung business empire, guilty of bribery and other corruption charges. The court also found Lee guilty of hiding assets abroad, embezzlement and perjury. Prosecutors say Lee gave bribes of nearly 40 million dollars for political favors. Lawyers have confirmed that they will appeal the ruling, but the court is not expected to grant bail. The widely held opinion is that the outcome of Lee's verdict would be an indication of what will happen to former leader Park Geun-hye, who faces more than 10 years in a prison cell.

Spotted! Paris Hilton on a dinner date with boyfriend Chris Zylka!

Los Angeles (USA), Aug 25 (ANI): American socialite Paris Hilton recently stepped out for a dinner date with boyfriend Chris Zylka at Craig's restaurant in West Hollywood, California. The couple was joined by Paris parents Kathy and Rick Hilton for the dinner. The 36-year-old American businesswoman looked chic in a semi-sheer black top with long sleeves and a black pleated skirt. She complimented her look with glittering stud earrings. Paris and Chris were earlier spotted vacationing in Italy.

Rajnath Singh leaves for New Delhi after attending SCO summit

Bishkek (Kyrgyzstan), Aug 25 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday left for New Delhi after wrapping up his two-day visit to Kyrgyzstan where he attended Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) meeting. Singh also held meetings with the Ministers of some of the SCO Member States.

Japan focuses on production of eco-friendly cars

Tokyo (Japan), Aug 25 (ANI): Toyota Motor Corporation launched Toyota Prius, a full hybrid electric automobile in 1997, which became the first car in the world to be mass-produced. The vehicle is known for its high mileage and low fuel consumption was developed in response to environmental problems that we face in the 21st Century. Toyota has competed against Porsche, which has won the LMP1 race 19 times, the highest class in Le Man's 24-hour race. Subaru Corporation, the manufacturer of aerospace and ground transportation is known for its line of Subaru automobiles. It focuses on safety and aims to have zero accident policy since 60 years. The motorization of Japan began during its high economic growth of the 1960s. Mazda continues to challenge the development of a lightweight, high power rotary engine, which was first developed 50 years ago. And Mazda took first place in the Le-Mans 24-hour racing championship. It was the first and only Japanese automobile to win the Le Mans 24-hour

Charleston restaurant gunman killed, hostage rescued

Charleston (South Carolina), Aug 25 (ANI): A disgruntled employee, who fatally shot one person and held another hostage on Thursday at a restaurant in South Carolina's Charleston, was shot by the police, said Charleston Mayor John Tecklenburg. Witnesses said the gunman waved a pistol and said "There's a new boss in town" as he entered Virginia's On King in the heart of the city's commercial district, while about 15 to 20 people were having lunch.

Women in Nepal celebrate Teej

Birgunj (Nepal), Aug 24 (ANI): Nepali and Pahadi women across the nation are celebrating Teej festival in Nepal, which holds religious and social significance for them. The women danced together to the foot-tapping music of Nepal. The devotees spend their day by singing, dancing and merrymaking in temple premises and public places. The devotees throng Shiva temples and worship Lord Shiva, praying for longevity, happiness and prosperity of their husbands. For unmarried women, it is believed that the worship would result into attainment of a happy married life. This festival is dedicated to women whereby they share happiness with each other.

One killed, one injured as truck rams into car in Mumbai

Mumbai, Aug 24 (ANI): At least one person was killed and another one was severely injured in a major road accident in Mumbai. The incident took place when a truck rammed into a car. The injured person has been admitted to a hospital. The police have registered a case and investigating the matter.